96-Hour Emergency Kit

NOTE:  I recommend carts/wagons/dollies, not back-packs, to transport a 96-hour kit on foot.  But DO pack supplies in back packs/bags instead of putting items loose in cart/wagon.

Water:  1 gallon/person/day for 4 days weighs over 33 lbs.

Sanitation: Toileting supplies for the individual and family. Vital for family and public health.

Food:  Snacks are easiest, but think how comforting a warm meal of some kind would be.

Mess Gear: Necessary if planning on meals, even as basic as cereal.  Not needed for snacks.

Personal hygiene: Include lip balm and lotion to soothe frequent hand washing.

Vital Records: Copies of legal, financial, marital, family, medical documents.

Cash:   Small bills.

Sleep Gear:  Sleeping bag, blankets, yoga mat(s), small pillow.

Sheltering/weather protection:  Tent, tarps.

Medications and First Aid:  Create emergency supply by refilling at 3rd week.  Include ample first aid supplies, even if you need others to apply some of them to you.

Personal small equipment:  EXs: Hand crank or battery, flash lights, light sticks, wristwatch, utility knife, emergency whistle, defense spray, cell phone & charger-(small solar panel), etc.

Seasonal:  Pack these items separately and change out with seasons.  Winter is bulky.

Comfort and Entertainment items are important. Paperbacks, crossword puzzles, spiritual material, cards, games, knitting, art paper/pencils, diary, etc.,

Infant and Child Kit:  Augment the weekend travel bag for infants; pack toys, games, blanket for toddlers and young children.

Pet Kit: Sufficient water, food they like, medical records, photo--you w/pet, registration, carrier, leash, toys, comfort blanket, etc.  Red Cross doesn’t allow pets to shelter w/you--exception is a service animal.
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